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Modern Sofas

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Number in Set: Set of 3
Modern Twins Chaise Lounge, Linen Blend, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Twins Chaise Lounge, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood, Velvet, Cotton, Bouclé

Valentino Bench by Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Valentino bench by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: 45 x 150 x 45 cm Materials: Beechwood structure. Seat stuffed with polyurethane 3542. The Valentino bench is an extremely versatil...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Set of DS-142 Multifunctional Lounge Chair with Cushions by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-142 multifunctional lounge chair with 2 cushions by De Sede Designer: Winfried Totzek Dimensions: D 82-98 x W 160-198 x H 56-97 cm Cushion: W20 x H 10 cm Materials: Bla...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Modern Sofa 'Palmo' by Amura Lab, Leather Old Velvet, 2064
Located in Paris, FR
Sectional sofa Palmo by Amura Lab Designer: Emanuel Gargano Model shown: Textile - Leather Old Velvet 2064 Inspired by the natural gesture o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Contemporary Orange Sofa 'Palmo' by Amura Lab, Leather Nabuck 19
Located in Paris, FR
Sectional sofa palmo by Amura Lab Designer: Emanuel Gargano Model shown: Textile - Leather Nabuck 19 Inspired by the natural gesture of an opening ha...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Gufram, Bocca Lip-Shaped Sofa, Classic Red, by Studio 65
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bocca, the original 1970 lips-shaped couch is only Gufram’s. More than any other, this object of design represents the perfect abstraction of feminine beauty. It is no coincidence that it was photographed by important photographers such as David La Chapelle...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

The Montauk, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Sofas

Materials

Linen

Black Kaleidoscope Sofa by Jialun Xiong
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Kaleidoscope sofa by Jialun Xiong Dimensions: 77” W x 34” D x 30” H Materials: Metal, ash wood, linen, wool, leather and calf hide. COM/COL and custom size option availabl...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Outdoor Platform Sofa in Dark Brown Teak
Located in New York, NY
Structure: Teak wood – Aluminum: Antioxy, heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: Flat 4mm. High Tenacity, Low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, easy clean. Fix...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Teak, Synthetic

Demille Sofa by Laun
Located in Geneve, CH
Demille sofa chair by Laun Hollywood Collection Dimensions: H.79 D.56 W.152 cm Materials: Powdercoated Or Plated Steel Brushed Stainless Indoor/Outdoor Fabric Also Available: D...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Orange Sofa 'Palmo' by Amura Lab, Leather Old Velvet 2064
Located in Paris, FR
Sectional sofa PALMO by Amura Lab Designer: Emanuel Gargano Model shown: Textile - Leather Old Velvet 2064 Inspired by the natural gesture of an open...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Pride Special Editon Valentino Bench by Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Pride special editon Valentino bench by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: 45 x 150 x 45 cm Materials: Beechwood structure. Seat stuffed with polyurethane 3542. The Valentino bench is ...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Velvet Sofa with High Back and Long Seat
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
A sofa with a high back and long seat that is designed for talking, for lounging, for sharing secrets and laughs. This high back sofa is like an embrace, whi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Contemporary White Sofa 'Palmo' by Amura Lab, Fibris 03
Located in Paris, FR
Sectional sofa Palmo by Amura Lab Designer: Emanuel Gargano Model shown: textile - Fibris 03 Inspired by the natural gesture of an opening hand, Palm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool

'Cottonflower' Sofa 280 in Torri Lana Sand Boucle
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
The rounded, curved shape, is crafted into the unique and original design of this well-proportioned and visually distinctive sofa series, available in custom sizes, ensuring intimacy...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Modern Minho Day Bed. DEDAR Dark Blue Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Minho Day Bed, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Minho day bed with a wooden sid...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Outdoor 3-Seater Sofa with Seashell White Wicker Structure
Located in New York, NY
The collection includes a swivel daybed, high back swivel armchair, a sofa, and tables. Contract grade collection designed for long-term use and handcra...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Moonlight Sheepskin the Tired Man Lounge Chair by Lassen
Located in Geneve, CH
Moonlight sheepskin the tired man lounge chair by Lassen Dimensions: W 102 x D 87 x H 88 cm Materials: Sheepskin Flemming Lassen...
Category

2010s Danish Modern Sofas

Materials

Sheepskin

BRISTOL modular sofa
Located in Frazão, Porto
Modern, sleek, and minimalist. Our Bristol sofa with straight lines, a perfectly balanced silhouette, and surprising comfort. Bristol invites the user to feel at home in every living...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Palmspring Sofa by Anderssen & Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palmspring sofa by Anderssen & Voll. 2020. Materials: Bronze lacquered metal structure, seat and back in polyurethane foam, upholstered in fabric Dimensions: 230 x 83 x 69 cm S...
Category

2010s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Kartell Trix Sofa Bed by Piero Lissoni in Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trix is made up of three different elements connected by an elegant system of elastics which can transform and adapt to different uses through easy rotation. Trix can be an original two-person pouf, a comfortable bed...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Large Contemporary Sofa Made in Italy
Located in London, London
Large sofa Brass base Made to order by a small artisanal factory in Italy Can be customised with regards to size and material.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Outdoor 2 Seater Braided Sofa in Silver White Wicker
Located in New York, NY
This sofa creates a floating feeling of lightness with its rounded silhouette. The elaborate weave and fibers highlights the beauty of its curves. This sofa encapsulates both beaut...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Rope

Set of 3 Pierre Modules by Plumbum
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 3 pierre modules by Plumbum Dimensions: 181" x 16.43" x H 31.50" Materials: Upholstered with Holland and Sherry wool. Also available without fabric, in different sizes, ...
Category

2010s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Foam, Wood

SWERVE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Black Faux Lambskin
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SWERVE SOFA - Modern Sofa in Black Faux Lambskin The Swerve Sofa with black faux lambskin upholstery and modern ruched design is a stylish and comfortable piece of furniture that wi...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Wonatti Davos Sofa, Walnut Wood Footer, Beige Velvet, Stainless Steel Detail
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort. Wonatti Davos Sofa, Footer Solid Walnut wood, Be...
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Yin Yang Modular Sofa in Velvet
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This is a story of dualism. How the seemingly opposed is complementary, interconnected and interdependent. One exists in relation to the other. Feminine and masculine, cozy and open....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Palmspring Sofa by Anderssen & Voll
Located in Geneve, CH
Palmspring sofa by Anderssen & Voll, 2020 Materials: Bronze lacquered metal structure, seat and back in polyurethane foam, upholstered in fabric Dimensions: 160 x 83 x 69 cm se...
Category

2010s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Set of DS-276 Sofa and Cushions by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-276 Sofa and Cushions by De Sede Design: Christian Werner Dimensions: Sofa: D 63 x W 190 x H 72 cm Cushions: D 12 x W 45 x 45 cm Materials: aluminium, leather Pric...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Set of DS-5 Sofa and Cushions by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-5 sofa and 2 cushions by De Sede Designer: Antonella Scarpitta Dimensions: Sofa: D 98 x W 143 x H 60/84 cm Cushion: 12 x 52 x 25 cm Materials: frame in solid beech, belted suspension...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Beech

Relax Sofa Set by Marco Zanuso for Poltronova, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Relax sofa set is a set of tree realized by Marco Zanuso (1916-2001) for Poltronova in 1970s. Leather, wood, metal. Ashtrays on arms. Coach; height...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

'Cottonflower' Sofa 200 in Torri Lana Marrone Fabric
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
The rounded, curved shape, is crafted into the unique and original design of this well-proportioned and visually distinctive sofa series, available in custom sizes, ensuring intimacy...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Contemporary 3 Seat Sofa Offered in Velvet & Metal Base
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa is an elevated homage to the golden age of gentleman drivers. The piece’s flawless structure is deceivingly simple, yet undeniably striking. The detailed upholstery and sea...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

Set of DS-161 Sofa and 2 Cushions by De Sede
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of DS-161 sofa and 2 cushions by De Sede Dimensions: Sofa: D 54 x W 157 x H 72 cm Cushions: D 45 x W 45 x H 12 cm Materials: aluminium, leather Prices may change accordin...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Ivory Sofa with Brown Wooden Base
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
Exuding elegant aesthetic from every angle, this three-seat sofa of the Cavio Casa Collection is defined by simple geometric lines and a midcentury allure. The wooden structure is co...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

21st Century Kingston Sofa in Leather by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A wide and comfortable seat for the new Kingston sofa. Customizable in both composition and upholstery, it offers the possibility to mix and match differ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Foam

Extra Deep Sectional Sofa in Custom Velvet Color
Located in New York, NY
Tailor made and fully upholstered sectional sofa offered in a selection of luxurious, velvet fabrics. Shown with taupe cotton velvet. All hardwood frame with advanced comfort spring...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Indoor White S Isle Lounge Sofa by Tokio
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor white S Isle lounge sofa by Tokio Dimensions: D 450 x W 250 x H 110 cm. Materials: Glossy carbon/epoxy sandwich with a natural carbon-fiber apperarance or in any RAL color. Upholstered in a special 3-D textile (indoor version only). Outdoor upholstery...
Category

2010s Slovenian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Epoxy Resin, Carbon Fiber

Indoor Black and White L Isle Lounge Sofa by Tokio
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor black and white L Isle lounge sofa by Tokio. Dimensions: D 300 x W 540 x H 170 cm. Materials: Glossy carbon / epoxy sandwich with a natural carbon-fiber apperarance or in any RAL color. Upholstered in a special 3-D textile (indoor version only). Outdoor upholstery...
Category

2010s Slovenian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Epoxy Resin, Carbon Fiber

US Mailbag & Antique Nickel Two Seat Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Two Seat Sofa by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholst...
Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Cloud Sofa by Fred Rigby Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Cloud sofa by Fred Rigby Studio. Dimensions: L 216 x W 140 x H 67 cm. Materials: boucle weave fabric. The Cloud Sofa, from the Francis x Fred Rigby fur...
Category

2010s French Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' Sectional Sofa for Verzelloni Italy
Located in Tilburg, NL
Garcìa Cumini 'Fold' sectional sofa for Verzelloni Italy. New, current production. From the 'Fold' seating series. More specific: a combination of a chaise longue and an end-piec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

1980s Design Style Beige Bouclé Fabric Curved and Graphic Sofa
Located in Tourcoing, FR
1980s design and vintage style beige bouclé fabric graphic sofa.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Sofa Pierre in White, Cream, Brown Wool made in France customizable
Located in MONTROZIER, FR
Pierre sofa was inspired by a photographic work Eric Gizard did in the summer of 2019 in Turkey. From white pebbles cleaned and rounded by the sea, he assembled some of them into abstract forms, joining together in organic articulation. Pierre sofa is a living organism. Each element can be used in an individual, unique and monocellular way. Together, the curves of each element fit into each other as in a 3-dimensional construction game to form a whole without limits. Pierre sofa is free. It gives the impression of growing according to his desires or those of those who welcome him. Everyone can imagine complementary shapes to make it a totally adapted element. This sofa is a three combined elements. It can be assembled or not. This handcrafted sofa made in France...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Foam, Wood

Italian Ivory Sofa 240 with Brown Wooden Base
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
Exuding elegant aesthetic from every angle, this three-seat sofa of the Cavio Casa Collection is defined by simple geometric lines and a midcentury allure. The wooden structure is co...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Contemporary Modular Sofa 'Palmo' by Amura Lab, Daino Leather 004
Located in Paris, FR
Sectional sofa Palmo by Amura Lab Designer: Emanuel Gargano Model shown: Leather - Daino 004 Inspired by the natural gesture of an opening hand, Pal...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Vectis Armchairs by Pepe Albargues
Located in Geneve, CH
Vectis armchairs by Pepe Albargues Dimensions: 86 x 86 x 65 cm Materials: Iron structure. Pine wood seat with plywood. Seat polyurethane 3542. Backrest cushions stuffed with 5...
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Italian Modular Sofa in the style of Pamio, Massari & Toso for Stillwood, Italy
Located in Almelo, NL
Italian modular sofa in the style of Pamio, Massari & Toso for Stillwood, Italy, 1970s Italian modular sofa in the style of Pamio, Massari & Toso (Designers) for Stillwood (maker), who were known for creating entirely new forms following developments in foam technology in the 1950s and 1960s. This iconic low modular sofa...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Foam

Outdoor Croissant Sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Croissant sofa by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Polyethylene, steel. Dimensions: 95cm x 103 cm x H 68cm. The distinctive shape of the Croissant mak...
Category

2010s Philippine Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Sofa in Handwoven Rope & Solid Teak
Located in New York, NY
The Material: Our products use taut, clean, and highly tenacious rope made of 100% polyester. What makes this material special is because the characteristic of polyester that is extr...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Sofas

Materials

Rope, Teak, Fabric

Indoor Black XS Isle Lounge Sofa by Tokio
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor black XS Isle lounge sofa by Tokio. Dimensions: D 374 x W 184 x H 88.5 cm. Materials: Glossy carbon/epoxy sandwich with a natural carbon-fiber apperarance or in any RAL color. Upholstered in a special 3-D textile (indoor version only). Outdoor upholstery...
Category

2010s Slovenian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Epoxy Resin, Carbon Fiber

Pitch Pine Grey-Stained Outdoor Wide Lounger with Egyptian-Style Upholstery
Located in Cairo, EG
Pitch pine wood outdoor deep and wide lounger with Egyptian-Style Upholstery Chill out and enjoy the weather with our Fresh Breeze outdoor deep lounger. It has generous and voluptu...
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Pine

De Sede Fixed Leather Sofa by Alfredo Häberli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-110/02 sofa by De Sede. Technical details: Standard configuration: Thread color according to the color of the body. If not specified otherwise, the standard configuration will...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

De Sede Leather Sofa by Gordon Guillaumier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-49/03 3-seat sofa by De Sede. Technical details: Standard configuration: Back cushion and cushion in leather. Legs polished aluminium. Upholstery and Assembly: stabile compa...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Serenity Three Seater Sofa with Plush Tan Fabric by Nika Zupanc
Located in Kolkata, IN
Serenity Sofa Tan, a tufted modular sofa with modules 6A, 5 and 2B adds glamour to interior spaces. It has a unique versatility of shape and size enhanc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Foam, Wood

Outdoor Woven Rope Sofa in Natural Teak
Located in New York, NY
Structure: teak wood offered in various stains. Metal: heavy load, anti-scratch easy clean. Weaving: flat 4 mm. high tenacity, low shrinkage filament yarn made of 100% polyester, e...
Category

2010s Asian Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum

Red Couch by Marc Dibeh
Located in Geneve, CH
Red couch by Marc Dibeh Materials: Fabric Dimensions: W 290 x D90 x H65 cm Beirut based designer Marc Dibeh narrates his cultural environment through compelling interiors and p...
Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern sofas for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sofas created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern sofas made in a specific country, there are Europe, Portugal, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sofas, popular names associated with this style include De Sede, Finn Juhl, Stephen Kenn, and Moooi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sofas differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $72 and tops out at $497,965 while the average work can sell for $9,554.

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